Confirmed with Link: Ducks sign Tim Washe to ELC (1 year, $975k)
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WMU Forward Becoming Coveted NCAA Free Agent
Western Michigan University is set to play in its first Frozen Four Championship in program history. It's been an incredible season for the school. The Broncos
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The 6'3" Washe is playing in his fifth NCAA season with the Broncos, and he's emerged as a leader on and off the ice. In addition, he's continued to improve his two-way game, turning him into a legitimate NHL prospect. In 41 games this year, he's recorded 16 goals and 20 assists for 36 points to finish tied for second on the team in scoring.
But what scouts and NHL teams find the most alluring about Washe is his physical game. His offensive improvement this season is notable and helping his case, but he projects like a future third-line center that matches up against your opponent's top line. He's tenacious in puck pursuit, limits gaps like a defensemen, and plays the body every chance he gets.
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Scouting the Frozen Four: What we saw and heard about top NHL prospects
The 2025 Frozen Four featured many of the top prospects in college hockey at the Enterprise Center this week.
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Tim Washe (free agent): Washe, the Broncos’ captain, was named to the All-Tournament Team and was a big part of Western Michigan’s success on and off the ice this season. He’s a well-rounded center who can play with anyone and do whatever’s needed of him.
Pat Ferschweiler said forward Tim Washe is 'the best leader in college hockey'
Pat Ferschweiler said forward Tim Washe is 'the best leader in college hockey'
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Grit, faceoffs, leadership...yep gotta love this for a free agent pickup. Should have a legit shot at playing his way into a bottom six role.
FWIW he's an 01 born which is the same age as Zegras, Colangelo and Nesterenko, also same as Caulfield, Lopina and Lindmark on the Gulls. A year older than Mysak and Wiebe, a couple years older than Pastujov and Gaucher.
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Hopefully can develop into a better version of Lundestrom.
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Perfect situation for him.
His agent looks at who the Ducks got as centers in their bottom 6 and sees a great chance for his client to take the job from Lundestrom. Great to have competition for next years 4C. Washe vs Gaucher.
Lundestrom probably non tendered.
Ducks sign NCAA free agent Tim Washe fresh off national championship run
Western Michigan star Alex Bump calls his teammate “the most reliable (center) in college hockey."
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I never thought I'd have a "hook it into my veins" response to a guy's face-off % but after this year, man I hope it can translate
Pack it in, boys. We're officially Washed.
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Great recruiting work from Colangelo.
Adding talent for no cost (other than signing bonus and salary this year) is a great move. If he pans out, he'll fit a clear need on the ducks. Only upside here.
Sounds like there was competition to sign this player. Kudos to Verbeek for getting it done.
Sounds like there was competition to sign this player. Kudos to Verbeek for getting it done.
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Speaking of faceoffs, he is a natural. Hopefully they give him a legit shot cause this would be a sneaky good get if he can translate it to the next level
It's guys like this that make me pissed we drafted Gaucher with our 1st. You can find a 3C or 4 C through NHL or college FA.
No need to spend first round picks there.
No need to spend first round picks there.
Well, well, well... Are the Ducks now a prime spot for NCAA prospects? They have been treated well here, latest addition gets to come right on aswell. This is a pleasant and very welcome suprise.
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A more finished product is great for the Ducks. Hopefully the transition to the pros won't take too long. Great get from Verbeek and possibly assist from Colangelo, a WMU alum.
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Hmmm... can we hire WMU's assistant coach for the summer and make a FO summer camp that includes Carlsson, Mac, Z, and Strome?! Here's a snippet from the Athletic article on Washe:
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From your lips (keyboard?) to God's ears.
Finally a solid college UFA. Insurance if Gaucher isn’t ready and we can’t find a UFA for a reasonable contract. Size, right shot, and 63% faceoff win. Maybe a cheaper version of Nico Sturm.
